Depressions ok but I get set off by little things

[snowflitzer]

I suffer from Depressions and Anxiety. After 2 years I can feel happy and ok only to struggle with little things which can really upset me. It is when I loose control over the issue. I can get sad first, then really angry and feel even rage. It can take me sometimes up to 3 days to recover from such event. Does anyone have tips how I can try to mitigate this issue? It does really take a toll from me and I want to handle it better.

Maybe if I can let go quicker it may help?

Thank you for any tips.

[startingnew]

hello and welcome to the forums

its really great that your reaching out for some help

im wondering if you have family and friends that you can speak to?

or maybe would you be willing to see your gp and get some extra support from a psychologist to be able to help with your anxiety and anger?

have you found anything help to calm you down before you get the rage stage?

[snowflitzer]

Thank you for the suggestion.
My family is overseas and I have friends but they are usually busy on the weekend.
I have a companion dog which is looking after me very well. Although I can't stop it some times. As I pointed out it is mostly when I feel helpless when I have no control over the issue.
I cuddle with my dog, I watch funny movies but it will take ages till I feel confident again. I feel lost and hurt. I did discuss it once with the GP I might have to take it up again. The psychologist is limited time available and paid by Medicare. I usually see the TAFE counselor but unfortunately, they were away on Thursday.

I struggle with my flatmate and his behavior. I tried to talk to him but I am not getting really through to him. He is selfish and only focussed on himself. I am working on a replacement.

[white knight]

Hi snow, welcome

Ditto to starting new, spot on there

Ive had this all my life. Still got it. I'm 61.

I find its a mix of not being able to let go and the trigger of unjust acts. Eg

If my honour is questioned. During an arguement if I'm called a "hypocrit", if the other party cant be civil and calm and discuss things calmly, ...so dealing with such events. I'll shut down for days.

For your interest I have depression, anxiety, dysthymia and bipolar2.

Two other family members have the same symptom and both have dysthymia and depression.

Dysthymia is a low mood constant depression that, because its there all the time, waiting to be triggered, IMO its the culprit but I'm no doctor.

Use google to read the start of these threads

Topic: depression and sensitivity- beyondblue

Topic: fortress of survival- beyondblue

Tony WK

[startingnew]

i think speaking to your gp would be a good idea. and also seeing a psychologist. they can help you manage your anger, helplessness and also what to do about your flate mate as well

[snowflitzer]

Thank you again for all the tips.

I will try to see GP next week and I am looking for another flatmate too.

Working on my anger issues at the moment. Appreciate the thoughts. Thank you.

[startingnew]

good work!

those are some pretty awesome and big steps.

well done to you

please continue to update us and keep chatting

[snowflitzer]

One great thing was that I was not alone in my issues which made me feel better.

Organised to see a TAFE counsellor Thursday in a week. The GP I try this Friday. The psychologist I tried but the medical centre quicked them out due to space issues. This is laughable.

An interesting thing happened: my flatmate's girlfriend is now living with us and I had a long chat with her today and she confirmed me it is not my fault. However, it does not make me feel better yet as money is the biggest concern at the moment.

I am trying to find a 1/2 - 1-day work at the moment. First to try to start working again and second to get some money in.

Appreciating the support here as I feel down and sad too often the last couple of weeks.